EAT: SF RESTAURANT WEEK
San Francisco Restaurant Week launches on Friday and runs through April 10. Celebrate the flavors of San Francisco's unique and diverse cuisine through special prix-fixe menus for lunch and dinner. It's a great way to explore new restaurants in new neighborhoods and support those who during the pandemic supported us and continued to make you happy with amazing food. See the list of participating restaurants and yummy menu details.
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MUSIC: LIGHTS 'PEP'
Alt-pop icon Lights has released her highly-anticipated new album PEP. The news is heralded by the release of hypnotic new track "Salt and Vinegar," which is accompanied by an official music video streaming now on Lights' YouTube channel. The idea behind PEP says Lights: "If you're going to brand yourself, then brand yourself to happiness." Lights will perform at Regency Ballroom next Wednesday. The new music is available for download now.
GRAMMYS : H.E.R. NOMINATED
Bay Area artist HER garners 8 nominations in this year's GRAMMY Awards on Sunday at 5 p.m. She's nominated for album and song of the year, and picks up nominations in R&B and contemporary Christian categories, plus a nod for her contribution to the Judas and the Black Messiah soundtrack called "Fight For You." The vivacious and frequently viral rapper Doja Cat earns seven nominations, Billie Eilish earns six nominations, including in those three top categories. H.E.R performs at Levi's stadium in Santa Clara on May 15.
GIANTS: OPENING DAY
The crack of the bat, the waft of garlic fries and the sound of "golden pipes" Renel filling Oracle Park. Yes, it's opening day next Friday. Your San Francisco Giants take on the Miami Marlins next Friday at 1:35 p.m.
OPENING DAY: COCKTAIL FOR SF GIANTS
Paper Plane: 1 ounce Bespoken Spirits Straight Bourbon, 1 ounce Aperol, 1 ounce Amaro Nonino Quintessentia, 1 ounce lemon juice (freshly-squeezed). Directions: Shake equal parts of all ingredients with ice until the shaker feels cold. Strain and serve in a martini glass. This tasty Paper Plane cocktail by Bespoken Spirits is perfect for Opening Day. It's Giants-colored orange and packs a bunch like the crack of a bat on a ball. Enjoy my interview with Bespoken Spirits co-founder below.
RIP: REMEMBERING TAYLOR HAWKINS
One week ago, we lost Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, too young and too soon. I wanted to share this video from BottleRock Napa Valley a few years ago. Williams-Sonoma had drum kits made out of pots and pans to "spec" for Taylor and Chad Smith of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. They jumped on those kits with the enthusiasm of two little wide-eyed kids. Taylor bought the kits, the money going to No Kid Hungry. It was a magical moment with a magical guy with big talent and a million dollar smile. I will treasure the moments in his presence at Bottle Rock forever. Sleep with the music angels Taylor. See the pots and pans video here.
BOOK: CONVERSATIONS WITH PEOPLE WHO HATE ME
In an Internet era characterized by comment section wars, devastating clapbacks and anonymous vitriol, Dylan Marron explores what happens when online feuders step out from behind the keyboard and get to know the human on the other side of the screen. Join Dylan as he connects people who have clashed online – from old friends to complete strangers – to explore why we believe what we believe, how we relate to each other on the Internet and just what a phone call can accomplish. Don't be fooled by the title! It's actually a loving show that fosters unlikely connections in an age of increasing digital isolation. This book may restore your faith in humanity and does so with humor and heart.
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